World is running out of sand, scientists say
Scientists say the world is running out of sand – a vital ingredient in the manufacture of concrete and glass, as human consumption far exceeds supply.
25 Jun 2017
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Scientists say the world is running out of sand – a vital ingredient in the manufacture of concrete and glass, as human consumption far exceeds supply.
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